Zinnia elegans 'Queen Lime Red'

Also Known As

Zinnia elegans 'Queen Red Lime'
Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Red Lime'
Queen Red Lime

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"
W: 30"

planting zones

1-12

Zinnia elegans 'Queen Lime Red' plant details

Zinnia elegans 'Queen Lime Red' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer chartreuse, green, magenta, pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zinnia elegans 'Queen Lime Red'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: chartreuse, green, magenta, pink and red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: award-winning, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, long-blooming, native plant, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia elegans 'Queen Lime Red'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This sophisticated variety will be the star of your cutting garden! An unexpected beauty, it has seemingly endless combinations of lime, mauve and rose in fully double flowers. A perfect choice for beautiful bouquets all summer. A 2007 Fleuroselect Novelty Zinnia 'Queen Red Lime'.